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PAD 505 Assignment 4

Assignment 4: Implementing the Budget

Student Full Name

Name of University

Course Number and Name

Instructor Name

Date

 

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Refer the Scenario for Assignments 1–e 5. Prepare a variance report for the selected agency. Refer to Table 8.4 in Chapter 8 (page 133).

Write a three to four (3-4) page paper (does not include the Title or Reference pages) addressing the criteria below. (Note: Change the title of the report to reflect the selected agency’s name and the years to 2013-2014.)

  1. Find the variances for both the revenue and expenditures sides and then discuss two to three (2-3) problematic areas for the agency. Provide the results of the variances in a table (Excel or Word).
  2. Recommend two (2) policy actions for each problematic area discussed in criterion 1. Justify the recommendations.

 

Implementing the Budget

Write your introduction here. It should be 1 to 2 good paragraphs that introduce the reader to your topic and it should explain in detail what your paper will be discussing. Much of your introduction may be taken from the assignment itself (in your own words). Remember, this document is just a template. You will want to review the assignment AND rubric for full details and you will need to update the Title Page/Page Header. Finally, please ask me any questions about this assignment.

Variances

Find the variances for both the revenue and expenditures sides. Provide the results of the variances in a table and insert here.

Problematic Area 1

Discuss a problematic area for the agency

Problematic Area 2

Discuss a problematic area for the agency

Problematic Area 3

Discuss a problematic area for the agency

Justify the Recommendation

Introduce this section

Recommendation 1

Recommend a policy action for each problematic area discussed in criterion 1 (from the above Variances section). Justify the recommendation.

Recommendation 2

Recommend a policy action for each problematic area discussed in criterion 1 (from the above Variances section). Justify the recommendation.

Conclusion

Your conclusion is essentially the opposite of your introduction – explain what was discussed in your paper, highlight important aspects, provide summary remarks, include observations, etc. Wow…we are on page 3 already (not including the Title Page). So, all you need to do is delete the paragraphs above (Keep the Headers), complete each section, complete the Title Page

 

References

Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:

  • Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.
  • Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

  • Recommend appropriate policy actions based on the evaluation.
  • Evaluate a budgeting system at any governmental level.
  • Analyze the scope and sequence of budgeting in terms of sources of revenues, purpose of government expenditures, budget cycles, budget preparation, and debt administration.
  • Analyze the requirements for implementing a budget.
  • Develop various budget charts that represent segments of the budgeting process.
  • Write clearly and concisely about public budgeting and finance using proper writing mechanics.

PAD 505 Assignment 4

 

Scenario for Assignments 1-5

For Assignments 1-5, you are the new budgeting and finance administrator for your local government agency. Your first responsibility is to become familiar with the agency, the budget, programs, and capital projects. As the administrator, you will be responsible for analyzing, examining, proposing, and preparing the agency’s budget for the next five (5) years.

 

Note: Students cannot use New York City as a selected local government

Assignment 4: Implementing the Budget

Due Week 9 and worth 125 points

 

Refer the Scenario for Assignments 1–5. Prepare a variance report for the selected agency. Refer to Table 8.4 in Chapter 8 (page 133).

 

Write a three to four (3-4) page paper addressing the criteria below. (Note: Change the title of the report to reflect the selected agency’s name and the years to 2013-2014.)

  1. Find the variances for both the revenue and expenditures sides and then discuss two to three (2-3) problematic areas for the agency. Provide the results of the variances in a table (Excel or Word).
  2. Recommend two (2) policy actions for each problematic area discussed in criterion 1. Justify the recommendations.

 

Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:

  • Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.
  • Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.

 

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

 

  • Recommend appropriate policy actions based on the evaluation.
  • Evaluate a budgeting system at any governmental level.
  • Analyze the scope and sequence of budgeting in terms of sources of revenues, purpose of government expenditures, budget cycles, budget preparation, and debt administration.
  • Analyze the requirements for implementing a budget.
  • Develop various budget charts that represent segments of the budgeting process.
  • Write clearly and concisely about public budgeting and finance using proper writing mechanics.

CITY COUNCIL Judith F. Davis, Mayor Emmett V. Jordan, Mayor Pro Tem Konrad E. Herling Leta M. Mach Silke I. Pope Edward V.J. Putens Rodney M. Roberts CITY MANAGER Michael P. McLaughlin BUDGET PREPARATION STAFF Jeffrey L. Williams, City Treasurer David E. Moran, Assistant City Manager Anne Marie Belton, Executive Associate Beverly Palau, Public Information and Communications Coordinator DEPARTMENT DIRECTORS Celia W. Craze, Planning & Community Development James R. Craze, Police Kenneth Hall, Public Works Julie McHale, Recreation Elizabeth Park, Greenbelt CARES Robert Manzi, City Solicitor ADOPTED BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR JULY 1, 2013 – JUNE 30, 2014 HOW TO USE THIS BUDGET BOOK The budget is the City organization’s operational master plan for the ϐiscal year. This section is designed to acquaint the reader with the organization in order to get the most out of the information contained herein. The budget is divided by tabs into sections, and a Table of Contents is included at the beginning of the book. The City Manager’s Message, in the very front of the book, summarizes what is going on in the budget and tells the story behind the numbers. It identiϐies major issues, notes decisions to be made by the City Council when adopting the budget, and conveys a thorough understanding of what the budget means for this ϐiscal year. A Table of Organization is provided for the entire City organization. Tables of Organization for each department are located with the departmental budgets. A budget summary is presented in the General Fund – Revenues and Expenditures section. Included in this summary are listings of total revenues and expenditures for the remainder of this ϐiscal year (estimated), next ϐiscal year, and past years. Expenditures are broken down into three categories: personnel expenses, other operating expenses, and capital expenditures. A one-page “executive summary” of all of the above is also included. Departmental Expenditures are grouped by activity. Each section includes: • Narratives describing the department or division’s mission, goals and objectives; • FY 2013 accomplishments; • FY 2014 issues and services; • A table of organization; • Personnel details; • Past and projected expenditures; and • Measures by which to judge the performance of the department during the next ϐiscal year, including how services are rated by citizens. Scores are rated on a scale of 1 (poor) to 5 (excellent). Budget comments are also included which explain signiϐicant revenue and expenditure issues within each budget. The Analysis and Background section contains charts and graphs that further describe the City’s condition including background reports on budget issues, a debt service schedule, and demographic information. Finally, a Glossary at the back of the book deϐines technical terms used throughout the budget document. ii CITY OF GREENBELT- FISCAL YEAR 2014 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION How to Use this Budget Book …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ii City Council’s Letter ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 1 City Manager’s Budget Message ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3 Budget at a Glance ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 14 Summary of All Funds Chart ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 15 Budget Summary………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 16 Summary of All Funds ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 17 GFOA Budget Award ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 18 GENERAL FUND SUMMARY OF REVENUES & EXPENDITURES General Fund Summary ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 19 Revenue and Expenditure Charts …………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 20 Revenue Summary …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 22 Assessable Base Detail …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 25 Sources of Revenue ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 26 Summary of Changes to Expenditures ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 33 Expenditure Summary …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 35 Organizational Chart ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 40 Personnel Stafϐing – Summary of All Departments …………………………………………………………………………… 41 GENERAL GOVERNMENT Accomplishments and Issues and Services ………………………………………………………………………………………… 43 Personnel Stafϐing …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 48 Organizational Chart ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 49 City Council ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 50 Administration ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 52 Elections …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 54 Finance and Administrative Services …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 56 Information Technology …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 58 Legal Counsel …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 60 Municipal Building …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 61 Public Information and Community Promotion

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