What we do About the Department The Finance and Management Services Department is responsible for providing accurate and timely information regarding the city’s financial affairs while adhering to the principles of leadership, customer service, quality, integrity, teamwork and collaboration. The department encourages the personal and professional growth of its employees, and to this end, provides excellence to its customers. Vision A dynamic department of highly motivated professionals that supports the financial framework and ensures financial sustainability, which are necessary to reach the goals and aspirations of the City of Asheville. Mission We strive to provide a foundation of support that enables sound decision-making and execution of City initiatives through responsible stewardship of public assets. Goals Improve communication and cross-functional collaboration through partnerships and education. Clearly define performance expectations and motivators to attract, develop, and retain high quality staff. Instill confidence, inspire trust, and ensure transparency through accurate, purposeful financial and managerial processes and reporting. ConnectFinance70 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC 28801Mailing AddressPO Box 7148, Asheville, NC 28802Business HoursMonday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.Chief Financial OfficerBarbara WhitehornPhone828-259-5484 Finance News Balanced budget, investments in transit and no tax increase highlight Asheville’s 2019-2020 budget Posted on June 11, 2019 by Polly McDaniel Construction of a new Fire Station 13, and more than $1 million in funding towards the first-year recommendations of the Transit Master Plan are included in the Fiscal Year 2019-2020 Annual Operating Budget adopted by Asheville City Council during their June 11 meeting. By law, Council must pass a balanced budget in advance of the fiscal [...] City of Asheville’s proposed Fiscal Year 2019-2020 Annual Operating Budget posted online Posted on May 13, 2019May 14, 2019 by Polly McDaniel The City of Asheville’s proposed Fiscal Year 2019-2020 Annual Operating Budget is now posted online at this link. It’s available for everyone to review! The budget was presented to City Council during their May 14 meeting, 5 p.m. in Council Chambers, second floor of City Hall. Find the proposed budget presentation to Council [...] City Council passes modest Fees & Charges changes for FY 2019-2020 Posted on April 9, 2019April 9, 2019 by Polly McDaniel At a glance On April 9, Asheville City Council adopted its Fees & Charges for FY 2019-2020. Fee increases are aimed at cost recovery to lessen the burden on property tax payers. There will be a modest increase to water and stormwater fees. Impact per the average household will be 70 cents a month or $8.40 for [...] More Finance News
Balanced budget, investments in transit and no tax increase highlight Asheville’s 2019-2020 budget Posted on June 11, 2019 by Polly McDaniel Construction of a new Fire Station 13, and more than $1 million in funding towards the first-year recommendations of the Transit Master Plan are included in the Fiscal Year 2019-2020 Annual Operating Budget adopted by Asheville City Council during their June 11 meeting. By law, Council must pass a balanced budget in advance of the fiscal [...]
City of Asheville’s proposed Fiscal Year 2019-2020 Annual Operating Budget posted online Posted on May 13, 2019May 14, 2019 by Polly McDaniel The City of Asheville’s proposed Fiscal Year 2019-2020 Annual Operating Budget is now posted online at this link. It’s available for everyone to review! The budget was presented to City Council during their May 14 meeting, 5 p.m. in Council Chambers, second floor of City Hall. Find the proposed budget presentation to Council [...]
City Council passes modest Fees & Charges changes for FY 2019-2020 Posted on April 9, 2019April 9, 2019 by Polly McDaniel At a glance On April 9, Asheville City Council adopted its Fees & Charges for FY 2019-2020. Fee increases are aimed at cost recovery to lessen the burden on property tax payers. There will be a modest increase to water and stormwater fees. Impact per the average household will be 70 cents a month or $8.40 for [...]